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Need A New Fuel Tank For My 87' V20 O/B
Greeting! Well it's time for a new fuel tank :/ Can I purchase one with the exact same specs as the old one anywhere online? My boat mechanic has a buddy who can build me one but they move very slow down where I keep my boat and they charge us "come here's" extra it seems. If any one can shed some light on this it would be much appreciated! And a early HAPPY NEW YEAR to all!!
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12-30-2017, 06:08 PM
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Tanks are foamed in.
They vary by model and year. as far as I know...You won't find an exact replacement off the shelf. You may find an off the shelf Moeller poly tank that fits BUT... be careful to look at where the filler/vent/pickup/sender are compared to where your originals are. Aluminum 60 gallon V bottom belly tanks are about $500 (+or- $100) to have made. Best to find a local guy because shipping is a killer. Search this site for threads and tags regarding fuel tanks. Its all been said before. There are pix and drawings and lots of comments and advice. After you take a look at that, then by all means ask questions.
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1984 V20 "Express" & 2003 Suzuki DF140 (SOLD!) 2000 GradyWhite 265 Express YouTube/SkunkBoat https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4F...znGospVOD6EJuw Transom Rebuild https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEz94NbKCh0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oe_ZmPOUCNc
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12-30-2017, 07:17 PM
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Thanks SnunkBoat I'll look around the site but most likely I'll just let my buddy (mechanic) handle it. Thanks again for the come back. I want to learn how to post pics I believe I have some nice ones ...I'll figure it out, Thanks!
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12-30-2017, 08:11 PM
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can probably get one from the OEM supplier in perry florida. RDS , i think, is the name of the company. i got one 3-4 years ago, was $425. heard they've gone up to around $500.
use the search feature on this site, type in rds, should pop up some info.
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12-31-2017, 08:49 AM
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I just had one shipped to me the week of Christmas. Bought mine from reds in Perry they had it in stock. Only took two days to get to me. Tank was $575 and shipping was another 100 bucks. I live in north Fl so not sure how much it would cost to ship that far though...
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01-02-2018, 01:51 PM
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I had one made at Atlantic Coastal Welding in Bayville NJ ( aka www.speedytanks.com) about 10 years ago $500. Used thicker stock and more baffles than original.
Atlantic Coastal Welding 16 Butler Blvd Bayville, NJ 08721 Telephone: Toll Free 800-434-8265 or 732-269-1088 From Fairfax Va you could pickup in a day trip.
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1984 V20 "Express" & 2003 Suzuki DF140 (SOLD!) 2000 GradyWhite 265 Express YouTube/SkunkBoat https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4F...znGospVOD6EJuw Transom Rebuild https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEz94NbKCh0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oe_ZmPOUCNc
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01-02-2018, 10:17 PM
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Here is what the 60 gal fuel tank looks like from RDS, PERRY FL
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01-05-2018, 09:11 PM
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replacement tank
I replaced mine with a custom built tank made by Sunshine Marine
http://sunshinemarinetanks.com/ I sent them the measurements and pictures and they made an exact copy for me. It was shipped direct to me. I will look around and get you some more info and pictures. I was very happy with their work..
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04-03-2018, 11:37 AM
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My mechanic got the old one out in 2 1/2 hours with the help of an engine hoist. Having a new one made locally in Reedville, VA. He put the hatch back and I gave her a quick coat of paint--want her to look half way decent with friends on board. I can fish while the tank is being built--have 20 gal tank in the forward locker. He also replaced the old drains with brass fitting and new hoses. He are a few pics.
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